1、343 F. Supp. 279 (E.D.Pa. 1972).1348 F. Supp. 866 (D.D.C. 1972).2For a detailed discussion of the intent behind the enactment of P.L. 94-142 see Jones, “The3Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: Congressional Intent,” CRS Report 95-669 (May 19,1995).Congressional Research Service The Library
2、of CongressCRS Report for CongressReceived through the CRS WebOrder Code RS20226June 8, 1999Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: Amendment Contained in S. 254, 106 Congressth(name redacted)Legislative AttorneyAmerican Law DivisionSummaryThe Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA),
3、 20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq.,provides federal funds to the states to assist them in providing an education for childrenwith disabilities. As a condition for the receipt of these funds, IDEA containsrequirements on the provision of services and detailed due process procedures. In 1997Congress amended IDEA
4、 in the most comprehensive and controversial reauthorizationsince IDEAs original enactment in 1975. One of the most contentious issues addressedin the 1997 legislation related to the disciplinary procedures applicable to children withdisabilities. This issue was raised again in Amendment 355 to S. 2
